Going Back to the Very Beginning

Ahhhh.
So, I think first up will be an attempt to make some decent recordings of the pieces listed under 'Current Repertoire'. (And by "decent" I refer to my skill level, and not the recording).

These will be posted up with a little bit of history about the piece, where it came from, what it means, what was happening with the composer at the time etc. And if I'm lucky I might even be able to remember a bit about the forms and styles of the pieces too.

I think its very likely the first piece will be a Debussy....or even the Scriabin (although watch out that one's pretty brief.....).

Need to practice more though! I was (gently) kicked off the piano tonight due to prime time tv.
That's ok though, we'll see how everyone feels when I bang out some scales at 6am....

Back to the Ivory

Hello!

I'm returning to the black and white keys and rekindling my love affair with the piano.

I've been hiding in retirement for the last five years due to a hand/arm injury which led me to pursue other career plans.

I'm not hoping for anything extravagant, or to even completely return to the standard I once held. But fingers crossed I'll be whipping my old repertoire in no time!

I'll keep track of my progress on here, including audio clips and videos (hopefully), and might share some technical advice.

Feel free to comment and criticise. All feedback is welcome!